by Sean Ludford | Dec 17, 2019 | News Feed, Uncategorized
December 2019 As the new year fast approaches, so, too, does Sky Ranch Foundation℠ approach our sixth decade of assisting in the rehabilitation of at-risk youth. With contributions received from the Beverage Alcohol Industry, the Foundation reflects upon the many organizations which we have, in some small way, helped to achieve that goal. To-date, more than $3.6 million has been awarded. Of the countless...
by Sean Ludford | Nov 18, 2019 | News Feed, Uncategorized
November 2019 On behalf of the Beverage Alcohol Industry, Sky Ranch Foundation℠ has awarded more than $300,000 in grants this year to several organizations which help rehabilitate our nation’s at-risk youth. The Beverage Alcohol Industry’s contributions have helped the Foundation to award grants to worthy organizations such as Detroit, MI-based Christ Child House (christchildhouse.org). ‘CCH’ is an intensive residential treatment center licensed by the...
by Sean Ludford | Nov 12, 2019 | News Feed, Uncategorized
The Irish News — Kirsty Mairs It’s no secret that Irish whiskey is experiencing an astonishingly strong resurgence around the world. From just four whiskey distilleries in 2013 there are now 25 either in operation, or planned, on the island, according to the Irish Whiskey Association. In addition to whiskey, a number of these distilleries also produce gin, beer and ale for sale both...
by Sean Ludford | Sep 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
Sky Ranch Foundation℠, now in our 58th year, continues to support our nation’s at-risk youth on behalf of the Beverage Alcohol Industry. Since 2011, the Foundation has awarded $3.3+ million in grants. On a recent visit, board members visited South Dakota-based Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud (rosebudbgc.org). Re-opened in 2014, this organization continues to grow, now serving 24,000 meals a year and managing...
by Sean Ludford | Mar 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
Anaba Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2017 Varietal: 100% Chardonnay Appellation: Sonoma Coast Vineyards: Tolay Vista, Dutton (Shop Block and Mill Station), J McK Estate Clone: Majority Old Wente Method/Aging: Hand-sorted and whole cluster pressed. Barrel fermented (75% malolactic fermentation, 25% retained natural malic acid). Aged 17 months sur lie in French oak barrels, 25% of which were new. Wine Enthusiast Rating: 92 Price: $40 Variety:...
by Megan FitzPatrick | Jan 30, 2018 | Food & Eating, Random, Uncategorized
It’s here! No typical Sunday Funday this week, no way, it’s Super Sunday. Just two years ago we celebrated the milestone 50th Super Bowl. While the viewers did not break a record, it was the third most watched Super Bowl in history. One’s 52nd birthday may not get quite the attention of the 50th but this year the movement is growing for the day following the...
